About our Therapists
Vive! prides itself in providing great results for pain and stress relief using a clinical approach and the integration of a wide spectrum of bodywork therapies. Our intention is to get to the root cause of your pain or issue. Our assessment and analytical skill sets help to provide a better opportunity for you to find relief from pain, immobility or stress. We have an expansive team of therapists whose backgrounds and experience provide many options to address your various needs. Our health and clinically-oriented practices reflect our goals to provide the best massage and bodywork that can benefit you, whether you are looking to relieve stress and relax, are looking to find relief from pain or are recovering from an injury.
Geralyn Balazs, LMT, CLT, MMT
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Geri is not only the owner but also the lead therapist at Vive!. Geri is skilled at providing clinical work for various pain related conditions as well as relaxing massages for those who just need to de-stress. She prides herself in providing very clinical work in a welcoming and friendly atmosphere. Geri will work with your other health providers (PT’s, Trainers, Chiro, doctor, etc.) in order to provide the best approach and plan for your wellness. Her philosophy is that understanding the total person is important in identifying how day to day activities or habits can cause pain or discomfort. This helps to get to the root cause of the problem and in establishing a follow-up wellness routine. She strives to have her clients to feel at home while finding relief from pain and stress.
Geri integrates various deep tissue therapies in order to address the issues causing discomfort for each client. Some of her specialties include Orthopedic Massage, Myofascial Release, Trigger Point therapy and Lymphatic Therapy. She has a keen sense of touch that hones into those hot trigger points and releases them, hence relaxing the muscle and removing the toxins that cause muscles to become tight, immobile and painful. She has a diverse background and experience in various modalities that she thoughtfully combines to bring relief for all types of needs. She provides bodywork incorporating her diverse experience for such issues as neck, rotator cuff, back, post-surgery needs, jaw issues, tendonitis, and knee pain. Her rich set of skills and her ability to combine and customize these skills is what gives her the great results appreciated by her clients.
Geri integrates various deep tissue therapies in order to address the issues causing discomfort for each client. Some of her specialties include Orthopedic Massage, Myofascial Release, Trigger Point therapy and Lymphatic Therapy. She has a keen sense of touch that hones into those hot trigger points and releases them, hence relaxing the muscle and removing the toxins that cause muscles to become tight, immobile and painful. She has a diverse background and experience in various modalities that she thoughtfully combines to bring relief for all types of needs. She provides bodywork incorporating her diverse experience for such issues as neck, rotator cuff, back, post-surgery needs, jaw issues, tendonitis, and knee pain. Her rich set of skills and her ability to combine and customize these skills is what gives her the great results appreciated by her clients.
Modalities: Orthopedic Massage (with specialized classes for the shoulder, back, hips, thigh, thorax, arm and joints and neck), Trigger Point therapy, Neuromuscular therapy, Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Swedish massage, Lymphatic Therapy with certification as an instructor, Medical Massage, Therapeutic Cupping, Oncology Massage and PNF (contract/relax) Stretching.
Rick- Therapist
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Rick uses an integrated style that can de-stress you or take care of the chronic pains. His extensive training in orthopedic massage provides a very clinical approach that can melt away the pain from restricted muscles or long term mobility issues.
Modalities: Deep tissue, Myofascial Release, Trigger point therapy, Sports massage, Swedish massage, (PNF) Stretching
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Sarah - Therapist
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Whether you are experiencing chronic discomfort or looking for a a great relaxation massage, Sarah can offer you some great relief. Her compassionate style reflects her experience working in hospice care.
Modalities: Deep tissue, Trigger Point Therapy, Sports massage, Swedish massage, Stretching
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Kathleen - Therapist
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Kathleen comes to Vive! with 9 years of massage therapy experience. She is a highly skilled practitioner who provides a warm and therapeutic massage integrating various modalities to achieve your desired results.
Modalities: Deep tissue, Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy, Swedish Massage, Neuromuscular Therapy, Prenatal (certified), Cranial Sacral, Oncology massage
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Gabby - Therapist
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Gaby has background in diverse therapies which she thoughtfully combines in order to meet the clients’ goals. Her positive spirit and her focused application of these skills provide relief and fantastic results.
Modalities: Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy, certified in Lymphatic Therapy, Cupping, Sports Massage, Swedish massage, has basic training in Orthopedic Massage, Contract/Relax (PNF) Stretching
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Rose - Therapist
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Rose brings a lot of experience to the massage table. Rose has a soothing touch that ranges from light to moderate. Rose is certified in Prenatal Massage, Lymphatic Therapy.
Modalities: Deep tissue, Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy, Reflexology, Swedish massage, Prenatal massage (certified), Reiki, Lymphatic Therapy, Cranial Sacral, and has basic training in Orthopedic massage, Contract/Relax (PNF) Stretching
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Janise - Therapist
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Don't be fooled by the small package. Janise can bring a moderate to firm touch, allowing her to get aggressive with those stubborn muscles when needed. She has a clinical approach, yet not intrusive. She is able to be quite soothing and relaxing when that is what you are looking for.
Modalities: Deep tissue, Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy, Therapeutic Cupping, Sports massage, Swedish massage, Neuromuscular Therapy, has multiple classes in Orthopedic Massage, Contract/Relax (PNF) Stretching
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Kate - Therapist
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Kate has a very smooth and relaxing style. Her approach to therapeutic massage is that it doesn't have to hurt in order to help you. She has an excellent knack for finding those trouble spots and getting them to release. She is also certified in lymphatic therapy which promotes drainage of fluids and reduces swelling.
Modalities: Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy, Lymphatic Therapy certification, Cranial Sacral certification, Prenatal Massage Certification, Sports massage, Swedish massage, Reflexology, Medical Massage, Reiki
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Nicole - Therapist
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Nicole is a nurturing massage therapist with a gentle, but therapeutic approach to seek out and resolve issues in the muscles in order to provide generalized wellness of being. She provides a re-generating, relaxing massage with moderate to medium pressure.
Modalities: Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Swedish massage, Cupping, Trigger point therapy and has basic training in orthopedic massage, Contract/Relax (PNF) Stretching, Lymphatic Therapy
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Lisa- Therapist
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Lisa has a style that focuses on the constriction in the soft tissue and incorporates various techniques that help to release the trigger points
Modalities: Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Swedish massage, Trigger point therapy, certified in Prenatal massage, therapeutic Cupping, Reflexology, Sports Massage, has basic training in Orthopedic Massage, Contract/Relax (PNF) Stretching.
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Mila- Therapist
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Mila uses a combination of Swedish, Deep Tissue, Trigger point therapy and Myofascial release to ease muscle tension and pain. She helps clients to create more body-mind awareness which can lead to changes in postural habits and behaviors. She believes that being mindful and present helps clients to get the most out of their sessions. She incorporates her numerous years of experience into a results-oriented session.
Modalities: Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy, Sports massage, multiple classes in Orthopedic Massage, Swedish massage, Cupping, Contract/Relax (PNF) Stretching
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Cesar - Therapist
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Cesar has over 7 years of massage therapy experience. He brings a passion for providing massage therapy as a healing practice. He has advanced training in Integrative Reflexology. Cesar can provide a deep or medium pressure, targeting an approach that is thoughtfully designed to meet your relaxation or clinical needs.
Modalities: Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy, Sports Massage, Swedish massage, Cupping, Reflexology certification, Contract/Relax (PNF) Stretching
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Christopher - Therapist
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Chris is a graduate of the excellent Soma School. He has an excellent knowledge of the body, as he is also a pharmacist. Chris hopes to help clients avoid medications thru holistic body work. Chris has excellent skills and a great therapeutic approach applying his clinical knowledge and diverse techniques.
Modalities: Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy, Sports Massage, Swedish massage, Cupping, multiple classes in Orthopedic Massage, Prenatal Massage certification, Oncology Massage and Contract/Relax (PNF) Stretching
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Carol - Therapist
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Carol brings over 10 years of massage therapy experience. While she performs a variety of traditional massage modalities, Carol specializes in Thai Massage.
Modalities: Thai Massage, Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy, Sports Massage, Swedish massage, Cupping, multiple classes in Orthopedic Massage, Prenatal Massage certification, Oncology Massage and Contract/Relax (PNF) Stretching
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Ryan - Therapist
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Ryan is an experienced therapist providing an excellent therapeutic massage that is also relaxing, unfolding tightness without deep pressure. Ryan can get to the deeper muscles but in a more gradual way, like he is “stepping in” to the muscles versus jumping in.
Modalities: Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy, Acupressure, Sports Massage
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Stephen - Therapist
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Stephen is a veteran and became a therapist in order to help other vets suffering from PTSD. Along his journey, he has developed very good clinical skills to help those dealing with other physical conditions and injuries.
Modalities: Deep Tissue, Orthopedic Massage, Trigger Point Therapy, Swedish Massage, Fibromyalgia, PTSD
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SJ -Therapist
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SJ (Stephanie) has a very therapeutic, yet relaxing massage style that incorporates different massage techniques. She is a recent graduate of the highly regarded SOMA Massage school.
Modalities: Deep Tissue, Myofascial release, Sports Massage and Swedish
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Jennie-Therapist
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Jennie is a graduate of the highly regarded SOMA Institute massage therapy school. She is a dedicated practitioner who has developed excellent massage therapy skills. She brings a real passion for wellness and healing to every massage.
Modalities: Deep tissue, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, and Swedish massage
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Sue -Therapist
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Sue is an experienced therapist with excellent clinical skills . Sue performs traditional massage as well as Shiatsu massage, which is her specialty. Her style if very flowing with a great sense of touch to identify those trouble spots.
Modalities: Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Acupressure, Swedish Massage and Shiatsu Massage
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Dov-Therapist
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Dov is a committed healing practitioner with a variety skills in his toolbox. He has very strong hands that can really penetrate those deep knots.
His motto is “My hands were made to heal you.” Modalities: Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Swedish Massage
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